Principal Ecologist - BNG Specialist
Core
Deliver biodiversity net gain (BNG) assessments, feasibility studies, and design-stage reports for large-scale infrastructure and development projects across the UK.
Role type
Principal Ecologist (BNG Specialist)
Builds
BNG assessments, NBB assessments, and technical reports for infrastructure clients including National Grid, rail, hydrogen, solar, and water projects.
Domain
Environmental consulting / Infrastructure / UK Biodiversity Policy
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure
Required skills
Leading BNG assessments on large-scale infrastructure, UK legislation and policy knowledge, UKHabs data interpretation, technical review, bidding and tendering, mentoring junior staff
Preferred skills
Membership of an appropriate professional institution, experience with habitat creation and ecosystem restoration
Technologies
UKHabs data platform
Responsibilities
Produce and technically review biodiversity assessments (BNG feasibility, design stage, NBB), develop BNG Vision, upskill ecologists, support stakeholder consultation, lead bid/tender production, mentor staff
Seniority
Principal, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities